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Kevin Durant Puts Scrappy Miami Heat Guard In Exclusive NBA Club

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant admits the NBA is changing every year. Players must constantly adjust or get left behind. That's why he feels there are few small guards who can start for contending teams.

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'It’s Not Fair' – NBA Insider Reveals Miami Heat’s High Asking Price for Andrew Wiggins

As the NBA free agency started, there have been some talks in the trade market. A few teams have an interest in some of the Miami Heat players. According to insider Jovan Buha, the Los Angeles Lakers are one of the teams that are looking to make a move to potentially acquire a former All-Star from the Heat.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Lakers Rumors: DFS, Ayton, LeBron, Wiggins, LaRavia

After Dorian Finney-Smith turned down his $15.4MM player option for the 2025/26 season, the Lakers offered him a new contract, but it only covered two seasons, according to Dan Woike of The Athletic.

Miami Heat News / NBA Draft on SI / July 1

Miami Heat get Potential Steal in Draft’s Top Slider

Each year, one or two players see the dreaded draft night slide, falling well below where they were projected going into it. Sometimes players fall due to bad interviews, less-than-ideal physicals, and a number of other factors.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

Fifteen different players have won multiple NBA Most Valuable Player honors. How many can you name?

The 'NBA No. 1 draft pick and Rookie of the Year' quiz

The 'Multiple 200+ three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Miami Heat News / NBA Draft on SI / June 30

Kasparas Jakučionis Is Set Up for Success with Heat

In one of the many surprises of the 2025 NBA Draft, 19-year-old Kasparas Jakučionis fell all the way to the Miami Heat as the No. 20 overall pick. The Illinois product was widely projected to be a lottery pick, with many evaluators even labelling him as a top-10 prospect in the class.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Heat Miss Out on Yet Another Offseason Target

The Miami Heat’s offseason frustrations continue to pile up. This time, it’s Nickeil Alexander-Walker slipping through their fingers. According to Shams Charania, the 26-year-old guard has agreed to a four-year, $62 million deal with the Atlanta Hawks, a contract that includes a player option and trade kicker.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

ESPN Analyst Says Miami Heat 'Sitting Pretty' Heading Into Free Agency

It should come as no surprise the Miami Heat should head into free agency with some urgency, considering the current state of the Eastern Conference for next season.

Terry Rozier News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30

Terry Rozier illegal betting investigation has been resolved

A conclusion appears to have been reached regarding the gambling probe into Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier. In an appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show” Monday, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Rozier has effectively been cleared after a federal investigation.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Miami Heat Strongly Discouraged From Trading For $251 Million Star

After missing out on superstar Kevin Durant, the Miami Heat may be desperate to acquire a star player and bolster their core to compete in the East next season.

LeBron James News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

'Bad Blood' Likely Prevents LeBron James Returning To Miami Heat

At 40, LeBron James is still arguably one of the 10 best players in the NBA. However, with his advancing age and the Lakers building around superstar Luka Doncic James may consider asking for a trade.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Miami Heat Could Have Long Wait For Highly-Sought, $120-Million Free Agent Target

The Miami Heat are once again positioned as potential trade partners with the Golden State Warriors. Their target this time will include emerging forward Jonathan Kuminga. However, Marc Stein reports possible moves from both sides will be a patient process as the Warriors will be listening for the best offers available from all parties.

Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / June 30

Fans will love Heat’s rookie Kasparas Jakucionis’ four-word introduction to Miami, he reveals his All-NBA comparison

The Miami Heat landed one of the steals of the 2025 NBA Draft, and he seems eager to fit in perfectly with Heat Culture. The Miami Heat, with a first-round draft pick courtesy of the Golden State Warriors, made the best pick of the 2025 NBA Draft.

Miami Heat News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / June 30

Bitter Ex-NBA Rivals Become Big 3 Besties In Miami

Lance Stephenson made 'em dance with his New York City-bred ball handling skills in Miami 305's Big 3 home opener in southern Florida. His handle with the rock left one member of the Boston Ball Hogs on the hardwood. The crowd-pleasing moment was one of several inside the Kaseya Center.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'NFL head coaches' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

The 'No. 2 NBA Draft picks' quiz

Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Miami Heat Champion 'Embarrassed' by Erik Spoelstra At End of Career

Every professional athlete who is a veteran dreads the day they're told they aren't good enough anymore or their body tells them they cannot perform anymore.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Miami Heat Reportedly Eyeing Timberwolves Two-Way Guard In Free Agency

With Miami Heat wing Duncan Robinson testing free agency, there could be a void in the Heat rotation. The team began the free agency cycle by re-signing guard Davion Mitchell but there is still more work to be done.

Duncan Robinson News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Miami Heat's Duncan Robinson Draws Interest From Eastern Competitor

Free agency kicks off Monday at 6 p.m., with any last-minute trade rumors or free-agency decisions skyrocketing before any official moves. Miami Heat guard Duncan Robinson is among those drawing outside interest.

Bobby Marks News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Heat Get Exciting News About NBA Free Agency

The Miami Heat are poised for a promising free agency period, according to NBA insider Bobby Marks. In a recent segment on ESPN, Marks highlighted the

Andrew Wiggins News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Here Are The Most Realistic Trade Scenarios For Miami Heat's Andrew Wiggins

One of the hardest contracts to trade in the NBA could be traded for a third time. Andrew Wiggins received his first extension from the team that drafted him in 2014, the Minnesota Timberwolves, and was traded to the Golden State Warriors.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Kel'el Ware Gets Ultimate Stamp Of Approval From Miami Heat Legend

After one of the best rookie seasons in Miami Heat history, center Kel’el Ware is determined to solidify himself as one of the main pieces for the future.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29

Five fascinating NBA Eastern Conference extension candidates

Let’s look at five of the more intriguing extension candidates in the Eastern Conference.

Knicks eyeing legendary women's basketball figure for head-coaching job

Knicks to sign Dink Pate

Knicks need development from these players to fill roster

NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten

The 'Most three's in a playoff game by NBA franchise' quiz

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / June 29

Report: Heat's Duncan Robinson declines option, hits free agency

Miami Heat guard/forward Duncan Robinson declined his $19.9-million early termination option in order to become a free agent, but remains open to a new deal to remain with the team, ESPN reported Sunday.

Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / June 28

10 Best NBA Draft Picks In Miami Heat History

In his rookie year, Jaime Jacquez Jr. finished fourth in Rookie of the Year and ninth in Sixth Man of the Year voting. While his numbers decreased a bit in his second year, he is still just 24 years old.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / June 28

Heat are smart to retain valuable guard

Davion Mitchell joined the Miami Heat as part of the trade that saw PJ Tucker head to the Toronto Raptors at the Feb. 6 trade deadline. He immediately endeared himself to Erik Spoelstra and the Heat's coaching staff, earning a spot in the rotation.

Have Heat finally solved their point guard problem?

Cavaliers' risky trade for Bulls' Lonzo Ball could be worth the reward

What impact will Lonzo Ball, Isaac Okoro have for new teams after trade?

Trade to Bulls a resurgence opportunity for Isaac Okoro

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

The 'Active NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

Miami Heat News / HBCUs on SI / June 28

Former HBCU Basketball Star Lands NBA Contract With Miami Heat

Howard University graduate and former star Steve Settle III agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Miami Heat following the conclusion of the 2025 NBA Draft, according to a report from Jon Chepkevich of DraftExpress.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / June 26